What influence if any, the debate will have on the country’s decision is yet to be seen, however if the feelings on the Wellington streets are indicative of the countries opinion, Mr Key has not helped himself three days out from the election.

The last chance to enroll for the general election is Friday September 19.

The Electoral Commission said today that 91.7% of eligible voters were now on the roll.

However, there are still 280,500 eligible voters who are not enrolled or ready to vote on Election Day.